1. Brainstorm a list of words with the root words
micro
Sent/sens

2. Week 6 Academic Words microscope microchip microorganism microphone
Greek Root
micro= small
Latin Root
Sent/sens= to feel
microscope
microchip
microorganism
microphone
consent
sensory
sentence
sentiment
Academic Words
articulate decompose

3. microscope An instrument used to observe or view small objects.
We learned all of the parts of a microscope in science class.

4. microchip A small electronic device.
My dog had a microchip implanted under her skin so we could find her if she ran away.

5. microorganism A small organism such as bacteria, a virus or fungus.
Microorganisms can only be seen through a microscope.

6. microphone An instrument that converts sound waves.
Ryan Seacrest has a custom diamond encrusted microphone.

7. consent
permission
I need my parents written consent so I can go on the field trip.

8. sensory Using any of the five senses.
Adding sensory details to your story brings it to life.

9. sentence A set of words to complete an idea.
Reread each sentence you write to make sure it sounds right.

10. sentiment A feeling or emotion.
You have to be tough when you are a soldier at war, there is no room for sentiment.

11. articulate To speak in a clear, fluent manner.
The baby is beginning to form articulate words and phrases.

12. decompose When something decays, rots or breaks down.
Bacteria and fungi help decompose organic matter.